Staff Physician
King County
Seattle, WA
Full-time
Health Care Provider
Posted on September 2, 2024
Salary
$98.49 - $124.84 Hourly
Location
Various Locations throughout King County, WA
Job Type
Short Term Temporary, Part Time, Std Wkly Hrs Vary
Job Number
2024CF21863
Department
DPH - Public Health
Division
Community Health Services
Opening Date
06/06/2024
Closing Date
10/6/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
FLSA
Exempt
Bargaining Unit
Z3 : KC Personnel Guidelines
Full- or Part-Time
Part Time
Position Summary
Public Health - Seattle & King County is seeking four (4) Staff Physicians to work as-needed to provide direct care in its Community Health Services clinics. Float Pool Staff Physicians may work in any combination of programs that align with their skill set. This may include the Primary Care clinics in Seattle and Bellevue; the Mobile Medical Program serving people experiencing homelessness in Seattle and South King County; and the low-barrier buprenorphine Pathways Program in Seattle. This is an excellent opportunity to work on a flexible schedule as part of a team that provides primary and/or addiction medicine care for multi-ethnic immigrant, vulnerable, and low-income populations.
Background
Short Term Temporary positions can work up to 900 hours per year. This recruitment will be open until filled, with application review taking part on a weekly basis.
Note: This posting will create a list of qualified candidates that may be considered for selection of additional career service, term limited temporary (TLT), short-term temporary (STT), or special duty assignment (SDA) vacancies over the next 6 months.
Commitment To Equity and Social Justice
Named after Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., one of the most influential civil rights leaders in our nation's history, King County is a vibrant international community with residents that represent countries from around the world. It is a region with increasing diversity that cherishes the traditions of many cultures.
The county government has a deep commitment to equity and social justice and advancing practices, strategies, and policies that promote fairness, justice, and opportunity for all - in our workplaces and our communities. With this commitment, King County has adopted a pro-equity agenda to advance regional change and ensure that residents from all communities are incorporated into our emergency planning and public outreach efforts.
We recognize that structural racism consists of principles and practices that cause and justify an inequitable distribution of rights, opportunities, and experiences across racial groups. Since declaring Racism is a Public Health Crisis in June 2020, King County and Public Health committed to being intentionally anti-racist and accountable to Black, Indigenous and People of Color communities.
To learn more, please visit http://www.kingcounty.gov/elected/executive/equity-social-justice.aspx
Work Schedule These short-term temporary positions will work up to 28 hours per week. Work schedule will vary based on program needs.
Work Location These positions will work onsite out of the following locations:
Our ideal candidate will demonstrate the following (Minimum):
Forbes named King County as one of Washington State's best employers.
Together, with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference? Come join the team dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play.
Guided by our "True North" , we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles - we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans.
King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer
No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.
To Apply
If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement.
Who May Apply
This Short Term Temporary position is open to all qualified applicants.
Application Process
If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement.
The following items are required to be considered for this vacancy:
Necessary Special Requirements
Union Membership These positions are not represented by a labor union.
Contact
For questions about the application process, contact Catherine Fitzpatrick, Sr. HR Analyst, at Catherine.fitzpatrick@kingcounty.gov .
King County offers a highly-competitive compensation and benefits package designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees and support our employees' health and well-being. Eligible positions receive the following benefits and have access to the following programs:
This is a general description of the benefits offered to eligible King County employees, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts with the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), the CBA prevails.
NOTE: Benefits for Term Limited Temporary (TLT) or Short Term Temporary (STT) positions, including leave eligibility and/or participation in the pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems, will vary based upon the terms and details of the position.Short Term Temporary positions are not eligible for an ORCA transit pass.
For inquiries about the specifics of this position, please contact the recruiter identified on this job posting.
$98.49 - $124.84 Hourly
Location
Various Locations throughout King County, WA
Job Type
Short Term Temporary, Part Time, Std Wkly Hrs Vary
Job Number
2024CF21863
Department
DPH - Public Health
Division
Community Health Services
Opening Date
06/06/2024
Closing Date
10/6/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
FLSA
Exempt
Bargaining Unit
Z3 : KC Personnel Guidelines
Full- or Part-Time
Part Time
Summary
Position Summary
Public Health - Seattle & King County is seeking four (4) Staff Physicians to work as-needed to provide direct care in its Community Health Services clinics. Float Pool Staff Physicians may work in any combination of programs that align with their skill set. This may include the Primary Care clinics in Seattle and Bellevue; the Mobile Medical Program serving people experiencing homelessness in Seattle and South King County; and the low-barrier buprenorphine Pathways Program in Seattle. This is an excellent opportunity to work on a flexible schedule as part of a team that provides primary and/or addiction medicine care for multi-ethnic immigrant, vulnerable, and low-income populations.
Background
Short Term Temporary positions can work up to 900 hours per year. This recruitment will be open until filled, with application review taking part on a weekly basis.
Note: This posting will create a list of qualified candidates that may be considered for selection of additional career service, term limited temporary (TLT), short-term temporary (STT), or special duty assignment (SDA) vacancies over the next 6 months.
Commitment To Equity and Social Justice
Named after Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., one of the most influential civil rights leaders in our nation's history, King County is a vibrant international community with residents that represent countries from around the world. It is a region with increasing diversity that cherishes the traditions of many cultures.
The county government has a deep commitment to equity and social justice and advancing practices, strategies, and policies that promote fairness, justice, and opportunity for all - in our workplaces and our communities. With this commitment, King County has adopted a pro-equity agenda to advance regional change and ensure that residents from all communities are incorporated into our emergency planning and public outreach efforts.
We recognize that structural racism consists of principles and practices that cause and justify an inequitable distribution of rights, opportunities, and experiences across racial groups. Since declaring Racism is a Public Health Crisis in June 2020, King County and Public Health committed to being intentionally anti-racist and accountable to Black, Indigenous and People of Color communities.
To learn more, please visit http://www.kingcounty.gov/elected/executive/equity-social-justice.aspx
Work Schedule These short-term temporary positions will work up to 28 hours per week. Work schedule will vary based on program needs.
Work Location These positions will work onsite out of the following locations:
- Eastgate Public Health Center: 14350 SE Eastgate Way, Bellevue, WA 98007
- Downtown Public Health Center Primary Care and the B uprenorphine Pathways Program: 2124 4th Ave, Seattle, WA 98121
- Mobile Medical Vans: located in Seattle and South King County. For the Mobile Medical Van's current schedule, check here: Mobile medical care for people living homeless - King County, Washington
Job Duties
- Diagnose and provide medical treatment to clients.
- Educate and counsel clients on a broad scope of personal and health care issues.
- Provide technical consultation to nursing staff for assigned work location.
- Provide medical triage and patient care evaluation.
- Document clinical evaluation, diagnosis, procedures, treatment, outcomes, referrals, and consultations.
- Perform minor procedures and other duties as assigned within the position's scope.
- Provide clinical education and supervision of resident and fellow physicians.
Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills
Our ideal candidate will demonstrate the following (Minimum):
- Washington State Medical License must be obtained prior to hiring.
- A National Provider Identification (NPI) must be obtained prior to hiring.
- Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration must be obtained prior to hiring.
- Graduation from an accredited medical school and residency program.
- Applicants must be board certified or board eligible. Individuals who are board certified in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine may be eligible to work in all Programs and locations. Applicants who are board certified or board eligible in Emergency Medicine with Addiction Medicine subspecialty are eligible to work in the Pathways program and/or MobileMedical Program. If not board certified, incumbents must become certified within 2 years of hire.
- Demonstrated experience working in teams and a desire to work in a multidisciplinary team which includes physicians, nurses, social workers, residents and other providers.
- Demonstrated commitment to equity and social justice.
- Experience in managing chronic diseases and working with vulnerable patients with history of homelessness, behavioral health conditions, incarceration and substance use.
- Knowledge of outpatient care, including medical diagnosis and treatment.
- Knowledge of community resources and health service delivery systems.
- Knowledge of medical records documentation.
- Knowledge of quality assurance and improvement techniques.
- Skill in oral and written communications.
- Skill in problem solving and triage decisions.
- Bilingual in Spanish/English
- Experience providing medication treatment for opioid use disorder in low barrier outpatient setting, including use of long-acting injectable buprenorphine.
Supplemental Information
Forbes named King County as one of Washington State's best employers.
Together, with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference? Come join the team dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play.
Guided by our "True North" , we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles - we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans.
King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer
No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.
To Apply
If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement.
Who May Apply
This Short Term Temporary position is open to all qualified applicants.
Application Process
If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement.
The following items are required to be considered for this vacancy:
- NeoGov Job Application (The responses on your job application should be thorough and complete and will be used in the screening process)
- Supplemental Questions (The responses to the supplemental questions should be thorough and complete and will be used in the screening process)
- A Current CV
Necessary Special Requirements
- The selection process may include evaluation of application materials and supplemental questions, interviewing, and testing. You must completely fill out the application with your relevant education and work experience.
- The selected candidate must be able to provide proof of Basic Life Support (BLS) / CPR
- The selected candidate must be able to pass a thorough background investigation, but findings may not necessarily disqualify an applicant for employment.
- For more information on our selection process, please refer to www.kingcounty.gov/depts/health/jobs/hiring . For tips on interviewing, please visit https://www.kingcounty.gov/~/media/audience/employees/learning-and-development/Interview_Tips.ashx?la=en .
- Employees are required to protect the privacy and security of protected health information as defined in State and Federal Law.
- Public Health relies on office automation (Microsoft Office) and web-based enabled tools, therefore candidates must be proficient and comfortable with computer use to perform functions associated with on-going work.
- Employees are required to adhere to OSHA/WISHA guidelines including but not limited to completing their mandatory trainings on time and obtaining required immunizations.
- Regular and reliable attendance, effective communication skills, and development of effective working relationships are requirements of all Public Health positions.
- When Public Health responds to an emergency, and in accordance with relevant CBA language and/or KC policy and procedures, we may assign duties outside your regular job description. This may involve responding at any time, including nights and weekends, with possible deployment to locations other than the department.
- If you need a disability accommodation in the application or testing process, please call the contact number listed on the job announcement.
Union Membership These positions are not represented by a labor union.
Contact
For questions about the application process, contact Catherine Fitzpatrick, Sr. HR Analyst, at Catherine.fitzpatrick@kingcounty.gov .
King County offers a highly-competitive compensation and benefits package designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees and support our employees' health and well-being. Eligible positions receive the following benefits and have access to the following programs:
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage: King County pays 100% of the premiums for eligible employees and family members
- Life and disability insurance: employees are provided basic coverage and given the opportunity to purchase additional insurance for both the employee and eligible dependents
- Retirement: King County employees are eligible to participate in a pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and a 457(b) deferred-compensation plan
- Transportation program and ORCA transit pass
- 12paid holidays each year plus twopersonal holidays
- Generous vacation and paid sick leave
- Paid parental,family and medical, and volunteer leaves
- Flexible Spending Account
- Wellness programs
- Onsite activity centers
- Employee Giving Program
- Employee assistance programs
- Flexible schedules and telecommuting options, depending on position
- Training and career development programs
This is a general description of the benefits offered to eligible King County employees, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts with the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), the CBA prevails.
NOTE: Benefits for Term Limited Temporary (TLT) or Short Term Temporary (STT) positions, including leave eligibility and/or participation in the pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems, will vary based upon the terms and details of the position.Short Term Temporary positions are not eligible for an ORCA transit pass.
For inquiries about the specifics of this position, please contact the recruiter identified on this job posting.
